Cookie Policy
Last updated: 2024-06-01
This Cookie Policy explains how Upright Nook ("we", "us", "our"), the team behind uprightnook.com, uses cookies, localStorage, and similar technologies when you visit our ergonomics and posture review site. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and how you can control them.
What Are Cookies and localStorage?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. localStorage is a similar browser technology that allows a website to store small amounts of data directly in your browser, without expiry dates, until it is manually cleared. We use both cookies and localStorage in limited, specific ways described below.
Our Consent Banner and localStorage
When you first visit Upright Nook, you will see a cookie consent banner asking whether you accept or decline non-essential cookies (such as analytics). Your choice is stored using localStorage, not a traditional cookie. This means:
- Your accept/decline decision is saved directly in your browser on your device.
- We use this stored value to remember your preference so the banner does not reappear on every visit.
- This localStorage entry does not identify you personally and is not transmitted to our servers.
- If you clear your browser storage, the banner will reappear the next time you visit, and you will be asked to make a choice again.
Essential Storage
Some storage is strictly necessary for the site to function properly, such as remembering your cookie consent choice itself. This essential storage does not require consent and is not used for tracking or advertising purposes.
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics tools to understand how visitors use Upright Nook, including which articles and reviews are most popular, how people navigate the site, and general traffic patterns. This helps us improve our content and user experience.
- Analytics cookies are only set if you click "Accept" on our consent banner.
- If you click "Decline," no analytics cookies are placed, and your browsing activity is not tracked by these tools.
- Analytics data we collect is aggregated and used for statistical purposes; it is not used to build individual advertising profiles.
Third-Party Cookies
When analytics cookies are enabled (because you accepted our banner), they may be set by third-party analytics providers rather than directly by Upright Nook. These third parties may collect information such as:
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Browser type, device type, and approximate location (based on IP address)
- Referring website or search terms that led you to us
These third-party providers operate under their own privacy and cookie policies, and we recommend reviewing the policy of any analytics provider we use if you would like more detail on their specific data practices. We select providers who offer privacy-respecting configurations where possible, such as IP anonymization.
How to Withdraw or Change Your Consent
You can withdraw or change your cookie consent choice at any time by doing any of the following:
- Clear your browser's cookies and site data (often found under "Privacy," "History," or "Site Settings" in your browser settings) for uprightnook.com. This removes both the localStorage consent record and any analytics cookies, and the consent banner will reappear on your next visit.
- Use your browser's built-in cookie and site data management tools to block or delete cookies and localStorage from uprightnook.com specifically.
- Adjust your browser settings to block third-party cookies globally, which will prevent analytics cookies from being set regardless of your banner choice.
Because your consent is stored locally in your browser, clearing storage on one device or browser will not affect your settings on other devices or browsers — you may need to repeat this process on each device you use to access our site.
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies and site data through their settings. You can typically choose to:
- Block all cookies
- Block only third-party cookies
- Delete cookies and site data when you close your browser
- Receive a notification before a cookie is set
Please note that blocking essential storage may affect the basic functionality of Upright Nook, such as remembering your cookie preferences.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the technologies we use or for legal and regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies and localStorage on Upright Nook, please reach out via the contact details provided on our website.